There is nothing worse than rushing off to the ER with your child with just your purse or wallet. I’ve put together a great list of items to keep in a bag in your car.

1. Phone charger. Nothing worse than sitting with your sick child relaying messages to worried partners or family only to have your phone die. Also hospitals are boring (if you’re lucky) & you’ll need to scroll or you’ll lose your mind.

2. Bring snacks. And a water bottle for yourself too.

3. Pack extra kid’s clothes. Hospitals tend to be cold. If your emergency happens at a time when your kid is in a diaper, they are going to be miserable.

4. Small blanket. Good if the room is cold or as a comfort item.

5. Small toiletry kit. Depending on items you use a lot, bring a toothbrush, shampoo, contact solution, & no rinse body soap. If your child is admitted, this is a lifesaver.

6. Ipad or Kindle. Pack an extra charger too.

7. A picture book. Optional obviously but its a nice touch when your kid is scared or has to spend the night there.

8. KN95 masks. You’re probably better off with a well fitting KN95.

9. List of medications. They’ll ask and you’d be surprised how many things like dosage fly out of your brain in an emergency.

10. Little toys for the kiddos. Hospitals, especially ERs, can take a long time.